Rhode Island’s largest wastewater treatment authority is close to being powered by 100 percent renewable energy.
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New Study: Dispersants Improve Air Quality For First Responders During Oil Spill
A new study released this week by the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution has found that chemical dispersants used during the Deepwater Horizon oil…
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RI National Guard Ready To Help In Harvey’s Aftermath
With many Houston neighborhoods still under water, Rhode Island Air National Guard troops remain on standby, ready to head to the Gulf Coast in a matter…
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Youth Rugby Grows Despite Concern Over Concussions
Rugby is on the rise. In fact, it’s the fastest growing sport in the country. But it’s also dangerous.
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‘Hit First And Worst’: Region’s Communities Of Color Brace For Climate Change Impacts
The consequences of climate change, experts say, will disproportionately affect low-income communities and communities of color.
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NE Residents Help In Houston Relief Efforts
Emergency response crews from New England are heading down to Texas, as rains and flooding continue to devastate coastal parts of the state.
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Providence Water Offers Incentive To Homeowners To Replace Private Lead Pipes
A major Rhode Island water supplier is offering three-year, zero percent interest loans to homeowners who need to replace private lead service lines…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
We’re edging ever closer to a lively election year, as seen by the events of the past week. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual,…
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Proposed Changes To National Monuments Draw Mixed Reactions From NE Fishermen, Environmentalists
U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke’s recommendation to keep all 27 national monuments that were under federal review is drawing mixed reactions…
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Steeped In History, Majestic J Class Boats Return To Newport
This week, Newport is hosting a first in the sailing world: the J Class world championships. J Class yachts are rare, and they’re huge.
